The church and the next generation: are we listening to our youth?

Today’s episode explores a question many churches are asking right now: Are we truly listening to the next generation of believers?Join our guest Ellie Laita, Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry as we share ideas about today’s changing church and how the youth need our guidance even more  In a rapidly changing world, younger generations are navigating faith in ways that look different from the past. In this conversation, we explore what many young people are seeking from their faith communities and why some feel disconnected from traditional church life.We talk about the growing desire for authenticity over performance, the importance of honest conversations about faith and doubt, and why younger believers are drawn to communities that live out compassion, service, and purpose in the world around them.We also look at the challenge of digital culture and how online life shapes the way younger generations experience connection, community, and spiritual growth. What does meaningful church engagement look like for them today?Most importantly, we discuss how churches can move beyond simply creating events and begin building deeper relationships that invite young people into worship, discipleship, and real community.This episode asks an important question for every church and faith leader: If the next generation is searching for belonging, purpose, and truth, are we creating spaces where they can truly find it?Support the showSupport us here:https://www.bpcusa.org/financial-ministry/BPC Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/BrentwoodPresbyterianChurch